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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Emily Moorman

What's the difference between rustic and farmhouse styles? Designers weigh in on these similar aesthetics

Rustic dining table, rustic living room with fireplace, rustic kitchen with wooden cabinets.

As with many interior design trends, there can often be an element of crossover that can make it difficult to distinguish between two similar styles. That's certainly the case with farmhouse and rustic decor, two incredibly renowned interior styles that share very similar design principles.

Rustic and farmhouse decor are both timeless styles that are continually embraced by designers and homeowners for their classic and widespread appeal. Centered around decorating with natural materials and embracing their imperfect nature to create spaces that feel lived in and relaxed, these styles can be embraced in either subtle or prominent ways. But what exactly is the difference between farmhouse and rustic decor? 

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